1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
